Budget Calculator
Build a simple monthly budget from take-home pay and spending categories. See where money goes, spot deficits before they hit your account, and test cuts in discretionary spending.
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50/30/20 budget
- Needs (50%)
- $3,000
- Wants (30%)
- $1,800
- Savings (20%)
- $1,200
- Rule
- 50/30/20
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